Announcements:
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
§ 1-13.5-501, 1-13.5-1102(3), 32-1-905(2), C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the eligible electors of the Cascade Fire Protection District, El Paso County, Colorado (the “District”).
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on May 2, 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, two (2) directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms (until May 2027). Eligible electors of the District interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form from the Designated Election Official (“DEO”) at www.wsdistricts.co or call (719) 447-1777.
The Office of the DEO is open on the following days: Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form is the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on February 24, 2023. If the DEO determines a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form is not sufficient, the form may be amended prior to 5:00 p.m. on February 24, 2023 (not less than 67 days before the election). Earlier submittal is encouraged as the deadline will not permit curing of an insufficient form after this date and time. An Affidavit of Intent to be a Write-In Candidate must be submitted to the office of the DEO by the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on Monday, February 27, 2023 (the sixty-fourth day before the election).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that information on obtaining an absentee ballot may be obtained from the DEO, and applications for an absentee ballot must be filed with the DEO no later than the close of business, 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. You may contact the DEO’s office at (719) 447-1777.
CASCADE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT By: Designated Election Official
Cascade Fire Protection District has an existing mill levy of 10.848 mills obligated to fund operations and maintenance within the district; at this time there is not discussion on issuing any future mill levies.
At this time, there is no discussion on any Long Term Financial Obligations anticipated by the District.
The Cascade Fire Protection District main function is to provide fire protection within the District Boundaries and provide funding to Cascade Fire Station. At this time, the District is not anticipating providing any other primary functions.
Current Board of Directors
| NAME | POSITION | TERM | DEVELOPER/ RESIDENT |
| Mike Whittemore | President | May 2025 | Resident |
| Quentin Deramus | Assistant Secretary | May 2023 | Resident |
| Steve Lewis | Treasurer | May 2023 | Resident |
| Farris Issacson | Assistant Secretary | May 2025 | Resident |
| Bruce Seachris | Assistant Secretary | May 2025 | Resident |
Meeting Schedule: 2023 Regular Board Meetings are scheduled for the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the Cascade Fire Station, 8015 Severy Road, Cascade, Colorado, and via video teleconference.
Virtual Meeting Instructions:
From computer, tablet or smartphone: https://video.cloudoffice.avaya.com/join/974517436
By phone: United States: +1 (213) 463-4500
Access Code: 974517436
District Manager:
Adam Noel
Phone: 719-447-1777 ext. 109
Email: adam.n@wsdistricts.co
| Important District Documents |
| District Boundary Map CFPD Annual Report (Filed in February 2022) CFPD Transparency Notice (2023) |
| Financial Documents |
| 2021 Audit Exemption 2020 Audit Exemption 2023 Budget and 2022 Amended 2021 Amended 2022 Budget *The monthly unaudited financial statements can be found in the Board Meeting Packets above. |
| Resolutions |
| Resolution Calling 2023 Election 2023 Annual Administrative Resolution |
| Election Information |
| Self Nomination Deadline: February 24, 2023 Regular Election Date: May 2, 2023 Election Documents and Information: 2023 Call for Nominations Self Nomination Form 2023 Election Information Reference Guide 2023 Regular Election Calendar 2023 Election Manual – Bookmarked 2023 Frequently Asked Questions Link to Special District Forms Page *For more information, visit the Colorado Department of Local Affairs Special Districts Elections Page |
| Helpful Links and Information on Special Districts: https://metrodistricteducation.com https://www.sdaco.org/ https://cdola.colorado.gov/special-districts |